31.   The goal was a lift, but the momentum shifted for good just seconds later on a flurry in front of the Kings net.

32.   The first true sign that the momentum had shifted came when Joe Johnson missed his second of two free throws but got his own rebound.

33.   The momentum shifted dramatically in the third, with the Sabres leaving the Bruins in the dust.

34.   The momentum shifted during the middle third of the half.

35.   The momentum shifted decisively to the Nets in a two-minute sequence midway through the third quarter when Pierce picked up his third and fourth fouls.

36.   The momentum shifted to the Heat.

37.   The momentum already had shifted from the Chiefs.

38.   The momentum shifted again at the start of the third.

39.   The momentum was shifting.

40.   The stocks surged in the last two weeks, and more gains are likely as investors realize how the momentum has shifted, portfolio managers say.